Nyama dinner

[cec1]

A lovely, simple, cheerful, and warmly inviting setting . . . with notable proprietors, Túti & Clément, as hosts (Clément periodically emerging from the kitchen to greet patrons, Túti charmingly offering welcomes & menu explanations).

The “blackboard menu” is mouthwateringly refreshingly and affordable.

Extensive beverage offerings.

I was thrilled with the lightness & freshness of my dinner . . . starting with Fried Spring Rolls

. . . a sampling of the Gyozas

Main course . . . Phö Soup

. . . and a delicious dessert, which I failed to photograph(!), of Sticky Rice with Butter-salted Caramel & Fresh Apple.

Delightful servers Julie (“Juju”) and Anthony (an SBC pilot, when not moonlighting as a waiter!) deserve a special “shoutout” for cool professionalism in food delivery, clearing, mixing cocktails, & generally ministering to restaurant guests with efficiency & friendly warmth.

Highly recommended.

 

[amyb]

What a wonderful set of pictures and mouth watering descriptions, Dennis.

 

[davesmom]

On the list!

 

[Eve]

Oh good!

 

[dadto6]

Always on our rotation since they opened. Was there opening night, soooo good!

 

[cassidain]

When did they open ?

 

[JEK]

When did they open ?

 

[JEK]

October

 

[cassidain]

October

Thought they were brand new. Looks like worth a try.

 

[kent1994]

We have had several lunches and dinner at Nyama. The food is excellent and of course Tuti and Clement are tremendous hosts. There is parking off the street directly above the restaurant.

 

[cassidain]

Prefer lunch or dinner there?

 

[dadto6]

The lunch specials are available daily and good price for nice food and great atmosphere with Tuti/Clemente and staff.

 

[LouiseL]

We found our way to Nyama for lunch last week, wanting to see and support Tuti, Clement and JuJu. We had a lovely lunch and it was so good to see them and see how happy they are having their own place. We look forward to going dinner on our next trip.

 

[Greyersk]

Just joined the forum and wanted to jump in on this thread. Your description of Nyama sounds fantastic! It’s great to hear that the setting is so welcoming. The way you described the fried spring rolls really caught my attention.

 

[cec1]

Just joined the forum and wanted to jump in on this thread. Your description of Nyama sounds fantastic! It’s great to hear that the setting is so welcoming. The way you described the fried spring rolls really caught my attention.

As noted, I’m a fan of Nyama. I’ll add, nonetheless, that my opinion isn’t unanimous among Forum contributors. Perhaps because my opinions take me — though not exclusively — to seek “local” places, with a hint (or more) of St. Barth authenticity (& quality food & service) which don’t necessarily correlate with today’s trend among many new SBH restaurants. The latter traffic, IMO, in hyperactive excitement (for some) in loud music, sensory stimuli that isn’t connected to my age bracket, & in a failure to recognize mediocre food & service, closely tied to expectations of tips. Of course, many might consider me to be a curmudgeon.

 

[dadto6]

Me and my family are right with you on your dining scene. Love the local places that provide good service and great food at reasonable prices.

 

[PeterLynn]

We love Nyama, but we also go back to Orega times.

 

[cec1]

We love Nyama, but we also go back to Orega times.

Absolutely! But, unfortunately, “water under the bridge.”

 

[amyb]

As noted, I’m a fan of Nyama. I’ll add, nonetheless, that my opinion isn’t unanimous among Forum contributors. Perhaps because my opinions take me — though not exclusively — to seek “local” places, with a hint (or more) of St. Barth authenticity (& quality food & service) which don’t necessarily correlate with today’s trend among many new SBH restaurants. The latter traffic, IMO, in hyperactive excitement (for some) in loud music, sensory stimuli that isn’t connected to my age bracket, & in a failure to recognize mediocre food & service, closely tied to expectations of tips. Of course, many might consider me to be a curmudgeon.

Ahhh, the Golden Years. I hear you, Dennis.

 

[Jim Kelly-Evans]

Anyone tried the duck confit? That's one of our favorite dishes to order on the island. Wall House used to have the best duck confit ever.